Rene Mense

Based on the liturgical hymn 'The Doxology' written in 1674 by Thomas Ken, this lyrical and sensitive arrangement for the beginning band provides multiple teaching opportunities in a rich musical sett...

First published in 1876, 'It Is Well With My Soul' was written by Horatio Spafford following several challenging events in his life. The beautiful lyrics were set to music by composer Philip Bliss. Th...

This lighthearted and fun work serves as a humorous scherzo in your concert program. Individual sections of the band are featured as they interject dissonant and dynamic effects in an otherwise tradit...